I love this place... through and through. It has so much character and beauty to it. The people here are genuine, caring and very generous. It's a culinary heaven. The food here is spectacular and I can't get enough of it. I completely understand what Annie has been talking about this entire time and already I feel this trip is a success. I've been trying to learn a few words in Thai and the people get excited when I use the small vocabulary I have. I have also noticed that quite a few people speak a bit of English too (some thanks to Annie). They are self conscious with their grammar and pronunciation but I appreciate there efforts just as much as they appreciate mine (they do just fine).
   I guess it's time for some details now. The other night this woman, Kai took us out for dinner to this beautiful little restaurant not far from where we are staying and it was awesome. It was kind of an outdoor place with plant life oozing from all over. The decor was ancient and beautiful and there was a piano playing soft Thai songs near the bar. The food was amazing. Pork, chicken, shrimp with cashews, a seafood coconut soup, fried filet of fish that melted when you put it in your mouth. You have to pace yourself here cause the dishes just keep coming. Just when you think things are wrapping up another three appear. We then met up with Wat and went to an outdoor bar for a going away party for one of the American teachers. The whiskey was flowing good there and it was a damn good time. The waitress just comes over with a rolling tray with a bucket of ice and bottles of whiskey and pepsi. We then went to the bar we visited on the first night to see the house band and they were rockin. They were much better than the first night we saw them, well it could have been the whiskey but I'll tell you this, the bass player in that band is money. He was slapping and popping that thing like no ones business. I had no choice but to dance my ass off. The bar was packed but most people were sitting at their tables just watching. When us Americans and Aussies started dancing I saw some excitement rise within the crowd. I felt like it was my duty to get them on their feet. So I did. They were a little hesitant at first but they got up, had a good time and showed they were very grateful for us doing that.
    That's all for now I will talk to you guys soon.